Detectives assigned to District D-4 are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Boris Shvartsman of the South End, who was last seen on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at approximately 3:00 AM, in the area of E. Newton Street. Shvartsman’s family reports that he may have taken a pair of brown slippers with him. He is […]
On July 21, 2026, at approximately 1:55 p.m., Boston Police officers assigned to the citywide Neighborhood Engagement Safety Team (NEST) arrested Brandon Hamler, 37, of Mattapan, following an investigation into drug law violations in the area of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard. As part of an ongoing initiative, NEST officers work in partnership with
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Detectives assigned to District D-4 (South End/Back Bay) are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the individuals pictured in connection with a larceny that occurred at approximately 7:10 PM on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Alo Store located inside the Prudential Center, 800 Boylston Street, Boston. According to store employees, two females entered the
Officers from District D-4, which serves the South End and Back Bay, partnered with Boston EMS in hosting local families for a car seat safety event. Our officers and Boston EMS professionals provided education and hands-on instruction on the proper installation and removal of the seats in different vehicles. Thank you to Boston Community Pediatrics and Boston
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CANCEL Missing Person Alert: 86-year-old Guo Li of Boston has been located. He was last seen leaving his residence in the 500 block of Columbus Avenue at approximately 9:00 AM on Friday, July 17, 2026. Li is described as an Asian male, 5’4” in height, 146 lbs in weight, balding and walks with a cane. The Boston Police Department is actively working to
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Investigation Update: On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, members of the Boston Police Fugitive Unit, US Marshals, and Massachusetts State Police arrested Alan Lewis, 40-years-old, of Brockton. Lewis was taken into custody following an extensive multi-agency investigation in Charlotte, North Carolina. Lewis is expected to be arraigned at a later date on the charge of Murder. The
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Officers from District D-4 took part in the annual “Bikes Not Fights” community event at O’Day Playground in the South End. Our officers connected with neighborhood youth and families, handing out BPD swag, sharing bike safety tips, and even helped some young riders sharpen their cycling skills. Attendees also received free bicycle helmets thanks to
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Community policing looks a bit different when the FIFA World Cup is in town! Our officers celebrated alongside fans, both international and local, during Day 1 of the FIFA Fan Fest on Boston City Hall Plaza!
Officers from District D-4 recently joined seniors at the Peterborough Senior Center for a summer kickoff event. Our officers enjoyed spending time with both familiar faces and new friends. To make the day even sweeter, attendees were treated to free ice cream from the BPD Ice Cream Truck, courtesy of our wonderful partners at HP
At about 7:44 AM on Monday, June 8, 2026, officers assigned to District D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for protesters gathering in the area of Dartmouth Street and St. James Avenue in Back Bay. Upon arrival, officers observed a group of individuals gathered in the middle of St. James Avenue obstructing traffic
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